Scotland
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Preparing for my first trip out of the country was very exciting yet also very nerve-racking. It was difficult for me to find a balance between packing everything I needed and not over packing. I normally over pack everywhere I go because you never know exactly what the weather will be like, or how many…
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It has been nine days since returning from Scotland. I wish more than anything that I could return. Every day, I find myself reflecting on my experience and how the Scottish culture continues to make an impact on my thinking in regards to agriculture, education, and society as a whole. While I love America and the…
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After only a couple of days, I fell in love with Scotland and its people. From the magnificent landscapes to the enthusiastic, bright students, I could not be more intrigued with this country. We had the opportunity to plant 500 trees with Primary students. The education system in Scotland varies quite a bit from America, but it is…
Posted in: Faculty-led, Program type, Reflection, Scotland, Spring Break, Youth Engagement in Agriculture -
What a busy day! I spent the day finishing up labs and midterms as well as packing. Being the procrastinator that I am, I waited until the last minute to pack. It was incredibly stressful. I made three trips to WalMart today. My best friend Shelby, who has been on multiple international trips, helped tremendously.…
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A quick recap of Scotland in photos! I can’t believe this experience has already come and gone. This week felt like a minute and a month all at the same time. We were able to plant 500 trees at Troqueer Primary School, home to some of the most precious children I have ever met. I…
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What a week it has been. It has had its ups and downs, with more ups than downs. I got to experience a completely different culture, education system, and agricultural system. At the beginning of the week, I didn’t know what to expect and it was nothing that I thought it was going to be.…
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This is a blog post written on March 6th, 2017. The education system in Scotland surprised me. It was interesting to see the teachers in action, instead of just reading about it online. My observations and interactions today challenged the way I view primary/elementary education. Although this wasn’t a physical challenge, it was a challenge to…
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Taken from a reflection written on March 6, 2017. My most memorable experience today was touring the University of Glasgow Dumfries campus and Troqueer Primary School. I’ve spent my entire life surrounded by education and have always considered myself someone who knows a lot about different aspects of education, but today I learned even more.…